Local Opinion

Hidden music of volcanoes

As we move through our days, much of our experience comes from different forms of energy, carried by waves. We detect light with our eyes, temperature with our skin, and sound with our ears. Sound…

On the Hustings

Last week we discussed how much – or little – Waipā District Council was spending on print advertising for the election campaign. If your digital feed is full of Waipā adverts, that is where your…

These rates are not high

As expected, the reserve bank cut their Official Cash Rate by 25 basis points to three  per cent last week. This decision was reasonable. Both the Bank of England the the Reserve Bank of Australia…

God and three pennies ….

Have you ever felt inadequate? I have. In uncertain moments I’ve felt confidence ebb and it’s challenged my ability to deliver and ‘perform’ to my own expectations, as well as to other people’s also. Maybe…

Letters to the Editor – 28 August 2025

Expressway access As I’m sure will many residents, I agree fully with the opinion of the Cambridge News that the decision of the Transport Minister Chris Bishop is short-sighted and begs the question as to…

Alcohol, driving don’t mix

This week I want to highlight a serious issue that continues to affect our roads – driving with excess breath alcohol. With the evenings getting lighter and the more social seasons approaching, it appears a…

Gravity at Work

I am undertaking the brutal adjustment of coming from the oppressive, dusty heatwaves in Spain to mid-winter New Zealand – going from long, sunny days on the islands to frosty mornings. Several weeks ago now,…

What peace means to me

The title above is the theme of an international painting competition organised by ‘Mayors for Peace’, a worldwide group of local body leaders representing cities and regions around the world. It’s open to young artists…

Racing this time…

The names are in. The aspirants are known for the 2025 Waipā Council Steeplechase. Yes, that three-yearly event where experience and wannabees go head-to-head to attract your attention. In Cambridge three sitting councillors seek a…

Council light on print adverts

The 2028 local body elections could be run by the Electoral Commission if wide-sweeping changes recommended by a Local Government NZ electoral reform working group are adopted. But for this year’s election, two private companies…

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